Bladder Botox in London — Overactive Bladder
Consultant-led · day surgery · Harley Street, London
Bladder Botox calms an overactive bladder — the urgency, frequency and leaks that don't settle with medication. A consultant injects botulinum toxin into the bladder wall through a fine telescope. At Minor Surgery UK it's a day-case procedure in London from £1,980, under local anaesthetic, taking around 15–20 minutes.
What the treatment involves
Through a fine telescope (cystoscope) passed into the bladder, the consultant injects small amounts of botulinum toxin (Botox) into the bladder muscle. This relaxes the overactive muscle, reducing urgency, frequency and urge leakage.
Who it suits
Bladder Botox suits people with an overactive bladder whose symptoms haven't responded to lifestyle measures and medication. A consultant assesses you first to confirm it's appropriate.
Recovery
Most people go home the same day and return to normal activities quickly. The benefit builds over a week or two and typically lasts six to twelve months, after which it can be repeated.
Cost
Bladder Botox starts from £1,980 all-inclusive (medical procedure — VAT-exempt). [Indicative UK private guide — confirm before publishing.]
Why choose Minor Surgery UK
A consultant urogynaecologist, a quick day-case option for stubborn bladder symptoms, in a CQC-registered London clinic.
Frequently asked questions
How does bladder Botox work?
Botox is injected into the bladder muscle to relax it, reducing the urgency, frequency and leakage of an overactive bladder. It's used when lifestyle changes and medication haven't worked.
How much does bladder Botox cost privately?
At Minor Surgery UK, bladder Botox starts from £1,980 all-inclusive, confirmed at consultation.
How long does bladder Botox last?
The effect typically lasts six to twelve months. When symptoms return, the treatment can be repeated.
Is bladder Botox painful?
It's done under local anaesthetic and is generally well tolerated, with mild discomfort during the cystoscopy rather than significant pain.
Are there side effects?
A small number of people find it harder to empty the bladder fully for a time and may need to use a catheter temporarily; your consultant will explain the risks beforehand.
How long is recovery?
Most people return to normal activities the same or next day, with the benefit building over a week or two.